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Want to know what is on our minds? Find blog posts written here, by the City Club staff, members, and partners. Every week you can find a new edition of #FreeSpeech in the News — a collection of related stories, commentary, and opinions on free speech in the 21st century that’s making the news. You’ll also find takes on current events, past forums, and issues surrounding Northeast Ohio. Read on for all things City Club.

As the Citadel of Free Speech here in Cleveland, we work to protect and promote the basis of our democracy by sharing related stories, commentary, and opinions on free speech in the 21st century. Here's what's making the news – and what you should know about – in the past week.
“Phillips’ religious beliefs are worthy...

Julia Wang, Marketing & Outreach Coordinator, The City Club of Cleveland

The 2018 Hope and Stanley Adelstein Free Speech Essay Contest is here!
All NEO high school students are invited to submit an essay that discusses the role of free speech in the 21stcentury. Submissions are encouraged to use personal experience, current events, history, politics, art, and other supporting sources, as well as engage in opposing viewpoints...

As the Citadel of Free Speech here in Cleveland, we work to protect and promote the basis of our democracy by sharing related stories, commentary, and opinions on free speech in the 21st century. Here's what's making the news – and what you should know about – in the past week.
“Kennesaw State University President Sam...

As the Citadel of Free Speech here in Cleveland, we work to protect and promote the basis of our democracy by sharing related stories, commentary, and opinions on free speech in the 21st century. Here's what's making the news – and what you should know about – in the past week.
“The Chinese Communist Party is...

As the Citadel of Free Speech here in Cleveland, we work to protect and promote the basis of our democracy by sharing related stories, commentary, and opinions on free speech in the 21st century. Here's what's making the news – and what you should know about – in the past week.
"The current court interprets the...

Thank you. We say this often, but it’s because your membership and your support are what drives our mission forward. This year, we grappled with tough questions. Not only the questions you asked of our speakers, but questions about free speech and the role it plays in a divided and contentious nation. And you...